RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN COMPUTER SCIENCE (2 SCU)

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to: LO1 – Understand the fundamentals of scientific research and the research lifecycle; LO2 – analyze research topics, literature, and theoretical frameworks; LO3 – apply appropriate research methods to generate valid and reproducible results; LO4 – Compose research findings in formats suitable for high-impact journals and conferences.

Topics:

1. Introduction to Research and Research Methodologies;
2. Research Topic Selection and Problem Formulation;
3. Literature Review and Citation Management;
4. Theoretical Frameworks and Research Models;
5. Research Design and Methodology;
6. Data Handling, Analysis, and Visualization;
7. Ethical Considerations and Research Integrity;
8. Writing Strategies for Scientific Publications;
9. Proposal Presentation;
10. Paper Format, Journal Selection, and Publishing Tools;
11. Peer Review Process and Editorial Expectations;
12. Trends and Challenges in Computer Science Research;
13. Final Presentation.